Boots – shoes – and leggings
Patent
1995-02-22
1996-07-09
McElheny, Jr., Donald E.
Boots, shoes, and leggings
G06F 1900
Patent
active
055351182
ABSTRACT:
A data collection device and a method of collecting data using the device is disclosed, the device including a housing having a front face, back panel, opposite sides and base, and a visual character display on the front face for providing instructional information to a user of the device. A central processor unit within the housing stores data, including preprogrammed data and collected data in a primary memory, and controls operation of the components of the device, including an optical mark reader structured to pull a pre-printed data card through a first slot opening for scanning thereof in order to identify darkened spaces on the card. The optical mark reader transfers data, based on the identified darkened spaces, to the central processor for matching, consolidation and storage along with corresponding preprogrammed data stored in a primary memory. The central processor unit then activates a thermal printer which prints and dispenses a coupon through a second slot opening on the housing for retrieval by the user. A serial port and built-in modem facilitate transfer of data between the devices primary memory and a remote computer database.
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Downey Robert M.
McElheny Jr. Donald E.
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